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By Professor Sunil Shah
05.04.19
Ophthalmology

Beyond reading glasses: treatments for presbyopia

If you're in your early 40s or over and you're eyes are struggling to read on your smartphone, it sounds like presbyopia. As we age, we gradually lose the ability to focus on nearby objects. Leading ophthalmologist Professor Sunil Shah explains what treatment options involve.

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By Mr Felipe Dhawahir-Scala
02.04.19
Ophthalmology

After vitrectomy surgery: risks and recovery

What risks should you be aware of after vitrectomy, and is there anything you should avoid doing to ensure a full recovery? We asked leading consultant ophthalmologist and director of the acute ophthalmic services at the prestigious Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, Mr Felipe Dhawahir-Scala.

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By Professor Sunil Shah
28.01.19
Ophthalmology

Improving tear production to treat dry eye syndrome

Dry eye is a multifactorial disease that is caused by poor tear production, an imbalance in the fats released from the eyelids that are used to stabilise the tear film and inflammation of the eye. Professor Sunil Shah, an award-winning ophthalmologist explains how tear production works and how dry eye syndrome can be managed.

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By Mr Felipe Dhawahir-Scala
24.08.18
Ophthalmology

Possible complications of cataract surgery

Mr Felipe Dhawahir-Scala is a leading ophthalmologist and an expert in performing cataract surgery. Like any surgical procedure, there are risks involved, with potential complications to be aware of. Mr Dhawahir-Scala explains what these are and how they are dealt with.

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By Mr Felipe Dhawahir-Scala
23.07.18
Ophthalmology

Could my vision problems be caused by an epiretinal membrane?

A leading ophthalmologist, Mr Felipe Dhawahir-Scala, tells us what an epiretinal membrane is and when this eye condition requires treatment.

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By Professor Sunil Shah
25.05.18
Ophthalmology

What is lens replacement surgery and why would you have this procedure?

Professor Sunil Shah, a leading ophthalmologist, explains what lens replacement surgery is and how it is carried out.

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By Professor Sunil Shah
19.03.18
Ophthalmology

Treating eye disease with natural remedies – could they really work?

Eye diseases like blepharitis, dry eyes and keratitis are difficult to live with, and medical treatments only provide so much relief. Professor Sunil Shah, a leading ophthalmologist, investigates the possibility of natural remedies for treating such eye dieseases.

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By Mr Felipe Dhawahir-Scala
21.02.18
Ophthalmology

Everything you need to know about retinal detachment

Retinal detachment is a very serious condition that if left untreated can result in blindness. Find out how retinal detachment happens and what the warning signs are from our leading ophthalmologist, Mr Felipe Dhawahir-Scala.

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By Mr Felipe Dhawahir-Scala
24.01.18
Ophthalmology

What are eye floaters?

Eye floaters, or floaters are small dots or grey specs that some people can see across their eyes. Floaters are extremely common, but why they occur is less known. Mr Felipe Dhawahir-Scala, a leading ophthalmologist sheds some light on what floaters are and how they can be treated.

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